Conservation
Conservation (kon-ser-vey-shun)
Conservation is a term derived from the Latin word 'conservatio', meaning 'to keep, preserve'. It refers to the preservation, protection, or restoration of the natural environment, natural ecosystems, vegetation, and wildlife.
Etymology
The term 'conservation' comes from the Latin 'conservatio', which means 'to keep, preserve'. It was first used in the English language in the late 14th century, referring to the preservation of health and well-being. By the 17th century, it began to be used in the context of preserving natural resources.
Related Terms
- Sustainability: A process or state that can be maintained at a certain level for as long as is wanted. In the context of conservation, it refers to the use of natural resources in a way that preserves them for future generations.
- Biodiversity: The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem. Conservation efforts often aim to preserve biodiversity.
- Ecosystem: A community of interacting organisms and their physical environment. Conservation efforts often focus on preserving ecosystems.
- Endangered Species: A species of animal or plant that is seriously at risk of extinction. Conservation efforts often aim to protect endangered species.
- Habitat: The natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism. Conservation efforts often aim to preserve habitats.
- Natural Resources: Materials or substances such as minerals, forests, water, and fertile land that occur in nature and can be used for economic gain. Conservation efforts often aim to preserve natural resources.
- Wildlife: Wild animals collectively; the native fauna (and sometimes flora) of a region. Conservation efforts often aim to protect wildlife.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Conservation
- Wikipedia's article - Conservation
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